Tanzania: Teaching, Learning, and Education

A GVSU Faculty-led Program

Tell me about this program

Open to: All majors with a special emphasis on education

Arusha, Tanzania - This program is open to all majors, but has a special focus on the school setting in Tanzania. Tanzania is located in eastern, sub-Saharan Africa and is home to the famous Mount Kilimanjaro. This program will provide students the opportunity to study issues in mathematics and general education both in the United States and Tanzania. They will learn from and interact with teachers and students in a culture different than their own. Furthermore, students will come to appreciate the rich cultural and historical contributions of this country.

In addition, students will be immersed in the language and culture of Tanzania. Students will participate in daily Swahili lessons, given by a local Swahili instructor as well as have opportunities to experience the beauty of the country during three weekend excursions that include a safari in the Serengeti and Ngorogoro Crater National Park, a walking safari in Arusha National Park and village visit and a day climb up Mt. Kilimanjaro. Another experience includes volunteering at a local orphanage. During these visits students will interact with the children by organizing games, helping with school-work, or any chores requested by the orphanage director.

Who is eligible to participate?

This program is open to all majors with a special emphasis in education. Math majors must be eligible to enroll in MTH 496 and CSAT majors must be eligible to enroll in SAT 495. A minimum 2.5 GPA is required.

Financial Aid

To contact the Financial Aid office, email finaid@gvsu.edu with “Study Abroad” in the Subject line. Include your G Number and Total Projected Cost of the program in the e-mail.

Non-GVSU Students: Non-GVSU students admitted for study abroad are not eligible for Financial Aid from GVSU. Check with your home school’s study abroad and financial aid offices for details on applying for financial aid from your home school toward study abroad program costs.

Scholarships/Grants

FACULTY-LED PROGRAM GRANT (Up to $1,500): All degree-seeking students who apply to their faculty-led program by the priority deadline are automatically considered for a grant of up to $1,500 from the Padnos International Center. Students must have a current FAFSA on file to be eligible. No application required.